German Rouladen Beef Rolls
German Rouladen Beef Rolls are a hearty, old-world classic that delivers deep, savory satisfaction with every bite. Tender beef slices are pounded thin, then layered with a rich filling of crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and tangy pickles, all bound together with a sharp mustard kick. The rolls are seared to a golden crust before slow-baking, ensuring the meat stays impossibly tender while the flavors meld into something deeply comforting. Worth the effort for its bold, balanced taste and the way it turns a simple weeknight into a meal worth lingering over.
Ingredients
- beef top round500g
- bacon100g
- onion1, finely chopped
- mustard2 tbsp
- pickles4, sliced
- beef broth500ml
- olive oil2 tbsp
- saltto taste
- pepperto taste
- bay leaves2
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Directions
- 1
Lay the beef top round slices flat and pound them to an even thickness. Spread mustard on one side of each slice.
- 2
In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy, then remove and chop. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onions until translucent. Mix the bacon and onions together.
- 3
Place a spoonful of the bacon and onion mixture, along with pickle slices, on one end of each beef slice. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- 4
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the rouladen on all sides, then add beef broth and bay leaves. Cover and simmer for about 90 minutes until the beef is tender.
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